Say hello to Kobi: Little robot gardener can cut the grass, rake up leaves and even plough snow for you

For those who hate mowing the lawn, a new robot could prove to be the answer.
Described by its makers as the 'world’s first fully autonomous all-season garden robot', Kobi can cut grass, pick up leaves and even plough snow.
The autonomous machine sports a rechargeable battery and will automatically dock itself in its charging station when it needs a power boost.
KOBI: SPECIFICATIONS - GPS and built-in sensors
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and mobile data connections
- Autonomous navigation
- Rechargeable Lithium ion battery
- Covers lawns up to 7 acres (28,328 square metres)
- Picks up leaves... read more

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